Design Manager

About Apollo:

Apollo Projects is a leading national design and build commercial construction company specialising in Food & Beverage industries, Sports and Aquatics and Cool/Cold Storage.  Not only is our team dedicated to ensuring we deliver great design and build projects for our clients, but we also nurture and preserve our strong relationships with our clients, colleagues and local communities. 

Currently we are seeking a Design Manager to support our nationwide business taking ideas from conception to completion.

Why us:

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. To support our team and their well-being, our benefits include:

• Competitive remuneration package that reflects our commitment to excellence.


• A dynamic work environment that supports flexi-hours.


• A fantastic national team embodying a strong cultural ethos that aligns with our core values.


• Regular staff events, including, family events, quiz nights, themed dress up days etc. 


• Training and development opportunities and investment to support your personal growth.


• Be part of a community-focused company that prioritises giving back and making a positive impact on society.


• Free company accommodation for personal use in selected areas of the country.


• Free carparking at our offices

About the Role:

Based in Ōtautahi Christchurch or Kirikiriroa, Hamilton, you will be an integral part of the Preconstruction team managing the design process, coordinating design and feasibility reports, tenders, and high level proposals in line with the client brief.

Your key duties include:

• Working with clients to develop project brief


• Engage with consultants to deliver high quality and accurate design


• Review design drawings, evaluate risks


• Drive and coordinate the tender process


• Coordinate and develop design & feasibility reports


• Negotiate and develop contracts – NZ3910, NZ3916

About You:

You will be a self-motivated and highly organised team player that is confident in challenging the status quo and add value in every area!  In addition to this, you will have the following attributes:

• 3+ years’ experience managing design delivery in building construction


• Working knowledge of MS Suite, including SharePoint


• A background in building services, engineering or architectural design - preferred but not essential


• Excellent relationship building skills (clients, consultants & key stakeholders)


• High level of accuracy & quality control


• Outstanding communication skills both written and verbal


• Ability to foresee risks & find solutions


• Great team player with a sense of humour, initiative, and drive

How to apply:

If you would like to be a part of the Apollo legacy and take up the Design Manager role – click “Apply” now! Please visit our website for further information on Apollo Projects.